Langtor - Mawkyrwat, South West Khasi Hills
Langtor is a village situated in the Mawkyrwat subdivision of South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 33 km from Mawkyrwat and around 28 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langtor is 277309. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
Langtor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawkyrwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langtor
According to the 2011 Census, Langtor village had a total population of 50 people, including 24 males and 26 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.65%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Langtor
Langtor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Langtor
Langtor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongstoin to Langtor is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langtor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langtor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Langtor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langtor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Langtor
Where is Langtor located?
Langtor village is located in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Langtor?
The pincode of Langtor is 793119.
What is the population of Langtor?
Langtor had a total population of 50, including 24 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Langtor?
Langtor had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langtor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langtor was 67.65%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 60.00%.